What the Body Knew

Ly Franshaua Pipkins, PsyD Ly Franshaua Pipkins, PsyD

When Intrusive Thoughts Aren’t Just Cognitive: A Somatic Perspective for Black Women

Intrusive thoughts aren’t just something you can think your way out of. For many high-achieving women navigating pressure, responsibility, and constant vigilance, these thoughts are driven by a nervous system stuck on alert. This post offers a somatic perspective on intrusive thoughts, gentle practices you can try, and when ERP-informed therapy can support lasting change.

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